New Project to Feature 250 Statues of Notable Americans

Documents obtained by The New York Times and reported on May 2, 2026, indicate that the planned Garden of Heroes in Washington, D.C., envisioned by Donald Trump, has increased in both size and cost.

The project’s design includes the installation of statues depicting 250 notable Americans. According to the documents, the site will also feature plazas, reflecting pools, and formal gardens.